Blue Diamond Growers

Almond Facts, November-December 2025

This issue of Almond Facts covers Blue Diamond’s annual meeting, which highlighted a year of transformation with higher revenues, net sales, and grower payments. Leadership emphasized cost savings, innovation, and programs supporting future ag professionals as the cooperative navigates strategic change. Marketing efforts included a successful Halloween “Christmas Creep” activation and upcoming almondmilk launches, while the Ag Council secured key legislative improvements and continues advocating for climate program funding.

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What's Inside

  • Kai Bockmann
    President's Corner
    At the annual meeting, president and CEO, Kai Bockmann shared that this was a year of transformation with higher revenues, net sales and grower payments despite market challenges. Kai and the leadership team are focused on cost reductions, innovation, and new markets to strengthen long-term success. Read Story
  • Chairman's Address
    At Blue Diamond ’s annual meeting, chairman of the board, Steve Van Duyn highlighted leadership and scholarship programs supporting future ag professionals. Van Duyn expressed strong confidence in the executive team as Blue Diamond moves through a period of transition and future-focused strategy. Read Story
  • "Christmas Creep" Activation on Halloween
    Blue Diamond launched Christmas early with a bold Halloween “Christmas Creep” activation that drew thousands to an immersive Almonds and More experience. The brand is now wrapping up its Big Ten Football presence and shifting to upcoming launches, including new almondmilk products! Read Story
  • Advocacy Report with Ag Council
    The Ag Council is advocating for California‘s ag sector regarding the implementation of the new SB 54 packaging law. Learn about the secured amendments to limit the ultra processed food bill (AB 1264) to school-related food. They are also seeking state funding for key climate programs that support emissions reductions within the food and ag industry. Read Story

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